Types of Rodents in Western IL and Eastern MO

Posted by Mosquito Squad

August 30, 2024

If you live in Western Illinois areas, such as Edwardsville, Collinsville, Fairview Heights, and Belleville, there are a few types of rodents that you might see around your home or business.

Musophobia, the scientific term for the intense and overwhelming fear of rats is among the top phobias we humans suffer. One sight of a mouse or rat around your property – or inside your home – can send you directly to a search for rodent control in Edwardsville. Lucky for you, Mosquito Squad of St. Louis Metro East is here for all your Edwardsville IL rodent control service requirements.

Rodents of Western Illinois and Eastern Missouri

Generally, rodents around your home could cause illnesses, either through defensive bites or their saliva, urine, or feces. Food contamination and contamination of your cooking and dining spaces is the more common occurrence, but if threatened, rodents will bite. Though they try to hide from humans and pets, a chance encounter cannot be ruled out. In addition to the transmission of illness, mice can bring with them additional unwanted pests, including fleas and ticks.

The bite from a rodent is very unlikely to result in rabies, as they are not ideal carriers or common vectors of this potentially fatal illness. Even still, you should seek medical advice if you or your pet experiences a bite from a rodent.

These are the types of rodents you might encounter:

Deer mouse
House mouse
Meadow vole, also known as a field mouse
Norway rat, also known as a brown rat

Rodents are omnivorous, which means they will feast on what is readily available, whether that be discarded foods, bird seed, grains, or high-fat foods or fresh fruits they find in your pantry or on your kitchen counters and tables.

Should I be worried if I find rodents in my house?

It is advisable to get in touch with pest control professionals if you find a mouse inside your home. During a home visit, they will be able to assess areas for potential rodent infestations. It is additionally recommended that you disinfect surfaces in all areas where you believe a rodent has been. Proper disinfection will not simply include wiping down with disinfectants, but they must be allowed to sit on the surface for five minutes before wiping away. You can research mixing your own versus purchasing a home or commercial disinfectant formula. Follow directions carefully.

Search for rodent control Edwardsville and get in touch with Mosquito Squad.

Mosquito Squad of St. Louis Metro East is pleased to offer highly effective Edwardsville pest control, including tick control, rodent control, spider control, and more. From mosquitoes and ticks to gnats and stink bugs, we hope to be your first choice for pest control in Edwardsville IL and surrounding areas in Western Illinois and St Louis Metro East.

Also read: Why is rodent control so important?